On April 1, 1960 with their second baby on the way, Donald Teemsma Sr. and mother Barbara founded Ideal Plumbing and Heating. At the time they ran the company as a home-based business with only one ’53 Ford pick-up truck and the garage as the warehouse. In 1962, Ideal Plumbing and Heating outgrew their home when they opened their first storefront shop on Waring Road.
In 1994, Donald Sr. passed the torch to his son Donald Teemsma Jr., who spent his early years in the family hardware store, learning the ins and outs of all kinds of home repair needs. Over the years, Ideal's services have expanded to also specialize in air conditioning, electrical, plus kitchen and bath remodeling.
Ideal is more than just a company that installs and repairs your plumbing, heating, air, or electrical. We believe in service excellence, demonstrated in high moral standards and business ethics since the company’s inception. Look for us in the Community at Allied Gardens First Fridays Summer Concerts in the
Ideal is a company that truly cares about their customers. Our 30+ year old air conditioner went out last weekend during the heat wave. I called Ideal at 8am Monday morning. They were booked up, but since my husband had a heart condition, they managed to squeeze us in "between 10am and 2pm." The technician, Lars, came out and repaired it before 11:00am! He said we should be good for another 5 years! I love that Ideal does it all: heating, air, conditioning, electrical, and plumbing! Kathy Velasquez (Tierrasanta area)
Edited to say: Ricky called me this morning and was able to take care of the situation and have a plumber come out tomorrow to snake the bathroom drain. I have to say, I truly respect a company who wishes to take care of their customers. Thank you! upgrade to 4 stars as I have never had issues with them in the past and they usually do a great job which is why I was so confused about the situation. Ideal has been my family's plumbing, heating and air go to for about 15 years. They have done many many jobs for us and we have spent alot of money with them. Every year I have to have our old drains snaked, at least once and sometimes twice per year. The typical charge I received in the past was somewhat understandable. However, this time around I was shocked. I was extremely busy with work when the techs came (my fault for not paying more attention). I initially told the 2 plumbers that my kitchen drain wasn't working and that my bathroom was also draining slowly. I was given an estimate of $300 I thought for both. Once he cleared the kitchen and asked where the bathroom was, he said "oh that is on a different clean out line". um ok I mean I guess that makes sense. Pretty sure he knew that in the beginning. Needless to say I paid $300 to have ONE drain snaked out... I can buy the machine for less than that and do it myself. I called today and spoke to a woman who said that unfortunately the prices have gone up (last year it was $220 according to her) and she doesn't know what was discussed with the plumber but the invoice only shows the kitchen drain. So all in all, I let them know I would be moving my business elsewhere as $300 per drain is absolutely ridiculous. Pretty sad over here but it is what it is. 2 stars because we had been satisfied until this recent visit.
Ideal Plumbing; Don, Brian, Ricci and the rest of the team have been nothing short of amazing. My first experience with Ideal was when I noticed a leak in my water heater. I called to schedule an appointment thinking it would take about a week, but Don, the owner, came that same day to make sure there wasn’t anything that needed to be addressed right away. I have had that same quality experience with all the other technicians/supervisors for the projects I have called them on; Plumbing, Heat and more recently Air. A big shout out to Brian, a supervisor there, who has helped me for both Air and Heat. He is extremely kind and knowledgeable, making sure I not only understand the issues, but also the solutions. Thank you! Ideal Plumbing has always been focused on the quality of work and customer service which is why I am a loyal customer!
A service technician serviced our hvac unit this morning. He had all the skills needed when dealing with the public. Very capable, smiles a lot, and tells you what he is doing. We have dealt with Ideal Plumbing for many years. We have always had great service Thank you.
Our AC died and John and Evan came out and found the problem, replaced the part, tested it and it now works. Fast, efficient, cost effective. What more could you ask for. I have used Ideal for plumbing issues for years. They are the best.